The administration of blood products is an area that demands careful attention to detail in ensuring the correct product is given to the correct patient.
There are many aspects to succesful administration ranging from considering, "Does my patient really need this transfusion?" the selection of appropriate product(s), through to ensuring the correct samples are taken and the correct patient is given the correct product safely.
Administration also includes technical issues such as giving sets, pumps and filters.
The following links provide further information on these important aspects: